1971 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Comet | Titan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3560 mm |